Possible role of alpha-lipoic acid in the treatment of peripheral nerve injuries

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Recent findings on the antioxidant effects of pretreatment with α-lipoic acid (α-LA) on the crush injury of rat sciatic nerve confirm the possible usefulness of α-LA administration in humans with peripheral nerve injuries. We discussed this issue in relation with...

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Main Authors: Ranieri Maurizio, Sciuscio Manuela, Cortese Annamaria, Stasi Marilena, Panza Francesco, Megna Marisa, Fiore Pietro, Santamato Andrea
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Georg Thieme Verlag KG 2010-08-01
Series:Journal of Brachial Plexus and Peripheral Nerve Injury
Online Access:http://www.jbppni.com/content/5/1/15